species 279 observations

Purdy's Iris

Iris purdyi

Field notes

Iris purdyi is a species of iris known by the common name Purdy's iris, named after Carl Purdy. It is found in the redwood forests of California and into southern Oregon, and hence is also known as the redwood iris. The plant flowers from April to June.

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16 native animals
supported in the US

Plant eaters Animals that feed on it Ornate Checkered Beetle 1
Flower visitors Pollinators and other flower visitors Brown-belted Bumble Bee, Anna's Hummingbird, Pipevine Swallowtail, Black-tailed Bumble Bee 15

Range

United States

Greener is more native, amber more introduced; paler is less certain. How this was decided

Key traits

Layer: Herbaceous plants
Plant type: Perennial Wildflower

From USDA PLANTS.